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America's Top Jobs for People Without a Four-Year Degree: Jobs In All Major Occupation And Industries

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I purchased this book for my nephew, who was a HS Senior. Although he likes school, college was not for him. Like many HS Seniors, he did not know what he wanted to do, or what kind of careers he might like. I gave him the book. He read at least some of it. I was surprised to see how excited he was after looking at the book. He decided on a career path and has applied and been accepted in a Drafting program at a Vocational School. The book was well worth the excitement in his eyes. He feels focused and for the momement he has found a career for him. The book gives lots of information about careers and what it is like to be a ... He has showed the book to his friends and they seem just as thrilled with the content as he was. I think every HS junior or senior should look at this book for ideas on how to spend the rest of their life.

An acedemic education can be a help but is not the answer for many who can learn on the job, or can learn a trade through non-academic schools. Our history is full of such individuals who were highly successful without a degree. This book is an excellent guide to all types of jobs available to job seekers regardless of education.

Wayne D. Ford, Ph.D., author of "The Accelerated Job Search" docwifford@msn.com

I liked the idea the author had of helping people without a bachelor's degree. Unfortunately, some of the jobs listed are, quite frankly, a JOKE. An actor has the potential to be a great occupation, but what are the odds of every reader becoming Tom Hanks ? (reality)Most likely they will starve waiting for there big break. I also don't consider a "Taxi Driver" a fullfillng career. The last time I checked a taxi driver was not one of the most highest paying jobs out there. Which leads me to my most important point. Most of these jobs that are listed here, with a few exceptions, are low paying jobs. Money is not the most imprtant thing in life,but the author seems to beleive that you can become a teacher's aide, make $6.50/hour and live happy !!! Does the author realize that someday I may want to retire, and with a low paying job I can't save that much to retire on.
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